Flying from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Colombo: what you need to know
The timezone in Colombo is UTC+5:30. The city is nine hours 30 minutes ahead of Orlando, where Orlando International Airport is located.
To avoid missing your MCO to Colombo flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing room. A good general rule for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Whether you'd like to discover a new place along the way or just take a break, we make it easy to find flight tickets from MCO to Colombo with a stopover. To compare your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is a go-to stop on this route.
Central Orlando to MCO is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to reach there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Searching for a hotel close to MCO? If you've booked an early flight from Orlando International Airport to Colombo, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Orlando International Airport, data shows 78.28% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
MCO is located at One Airport Boulevard.
How to find the cheapest flights from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Colombo
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Orlando International Airport to Colombo flight is RM2,350. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM4,560. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from MCO to Colombo, book as early as possible. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
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Airports in Colombo
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)
The distance from Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML) to central Colombo is roughly 16 kilometres. It'll take you about 40 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes if you're using public transport.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Orlando International Airport to Colombo. Stay at one of these accommodation options near RML instead:
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Once your flight from Orlando International Airport to Colombo has hit the tarmac, you can reach the city centre in about 40 minutes by car. Central Colombo is roughly 32 kilometres from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB).
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 1 hour 30 minutes or so.
There are some comfortable places ready to welcome you near CMB. Unwind and get cosy after your MCO to Colombo flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion and Sixt make collecting a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car quick and easy. These suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Don't pay more than you need to. Reserving your ride two weeks before your arrival at CMB can land you a better rate.
Best time to go to Colombo
Travel to Colombo during peak season if you like a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Orlando International Airport to Colombo during low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
The warmest month in Colombo is March, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your Orlando International Airport to Colombo flight ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
Look for cheap tickets from MCO to Colombo in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF) on average.
More about Colombo
Once you've booked your flight from Orlando International Airport to Colombo, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Colombo:
Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall and Gangaramaya Temple are just two of the leading attractions to put on your Colombo travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Viharamahadevi Park.
Explore more of Sri Lanka
You've done Colombo, now it's time to explore more of Sri Lanka. Journey around 306 kilometres north to Jaffna to check off its top sights. From Jaffna Fort to Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in Sri Lanka, consider Trincomalee, roughly 241 kilometres north-east of Colombo. Koneswaram Temple, Fort Frederick and Marble Beach are among its highlights.